Brad Wall heads to U.K. to promote Saskatchewan

REGINA – Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall is headed to London for a five-day visit that includes meetings with business executives and members of the world’s global investment community.

He notes London is one of the world’s three largest financial centres and the United Kingdom is the third largest investor in Saskatchewan.

The premier says Saskatchewan’s exports to the United Kingdom grew faster than for any other Canadian province over the past five years, and are the largest market for the province’s uranium.

He says it makes sense to “take some time to nurture and expand on that relationship.”

Wall will meet at Canada’s High Commission in London with representatives from Shell, Rolls-Royce, Siemens and EDF, the largest nuclear operator in the UK.

There are also meetings scheduled with the British Venture Capital Association, Rio Tinto and interviews with British financial media.

Wall will also address an investment promotion lunch, hosted by the Canada-UK Chamber of Commerce.

“The world is seeking food and energy security and Saskatchewan has what the world needs,” Wall said. “However, international capital is needed to develop those resources, keep our economy growing and create new jobs for Saskatchewan young people.

“This trip will be a timely opportunity to remind those in London’s investment community of the tremendous potential presented by Saskatchewan.”